Intern - Purchasing/Materials - Summer 2023

Our people create our best Plexus. WHAT WE DO AT PLEXUS We’re a global team of over 19,000 engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and aftermarket service experts who partner with customers to bring their products to life through inspired innovation and world-class customer service. We are passionate about innovating, creating and delivering products that change people’s lives. From surgical devices and health monitors to warehouse robotics and space products, we partner with our customers to help create the products that build a better world. At Plexus, you are more than just an intern. We embrace your innovative ideas and collaborative thinking. You play a critical role in our success as we continue to grow as a global organization. WHY WE LOVE IT Engaging and challenging projects that fulfill and develop you. People that inspire and empower you to realize your full potential. A workplace centered on inclusion and collaboration. At Plexus, we’re at our best when opportunities are met with passion, open communication and teamwork. HOW YOU WILL DO IT COMPANY PROFILE We are creators. Innovators. Engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and service experts passionate about building a better world. When you join Plexus, you’ll be part of a collaborative, imaginative team of problem-solvers. You’ll partner with leading companies across the globe to bring exciting, life-changing new technologies to their customers. Plexus is a global company where you can push the boundaries of innovation and discover your highest potential. You can deliver solutions to our customers through visionary products that protect lives, discover elusive answers, help people and cultures connect, and revolutionize how we experience the world around us. Whether you’re an experienced professional or skilled manufacturer, a recent graduate ready to make an impact or a student eager to gain hands-on internship experience — with a career at Plexus, you can make a real difference. OVERVIEW Responsible for the procurement execution of assigned goods and services in accordance with the quality, delivery and pricing expectations of Plexus Corp. and Plexus Corp. customers, as is detailed in Purchasing SOP's and WI's. RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for supporting purchasing of materials in accordance with the guidelines set forth by Plexus management and the customer's contract in terms of unit price, quality and delivery. Makes tactical buying decisions with respect to the placement and management of all purchases within assigned MRP portfolio to meet scheduled demand. This process encompasses order placement, rescheduling, cancellation of items and/or receiving and invoice issue reconciliation and approval. Responsible for supporting all Obsolete, Inactive & Excess Inventory items. Support negotiating lead-time constraints with suppliers to negate missed commitment dates. Review all delivery issues and take appropriate corrective action to avoid schedule impact. Communication with vendors and suppliers to support purchasing needs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Student working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or Supply Chain Management for entire duration of internship. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Junior level status GPA: 3.0 or higher is preferred Excellent analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills Strong communication skills Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and upon completion of a confidentiality agreement. Our Values and How We Lead behaviors guide our processes. Plexus does not make employment decisions based on race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and encourage all to apply today! Globally, our policy is to recruit people from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, our company does not typically undertake sponsorship, including for H-1B, TN, and other nonimmigrant visas. Additionally, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be “U.S. persons.” “U.S. persons” are generally defined as U.S. citizens, nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.